Good morning, Grand Junction.

District 51 is expanding its Lunch Lizard food truck program to feed children during the 10-week summer break; the initiative served 29,000 meals last summer and now makes 11 stops from Fruita to Clifton to help kids facing food insecurity (with over $600,000 raised in donations).

Deputy William Correll and his narcotics detection dog Oso won first place today at the High Desert Police K9 Association’s fundraiser challenge in a regional competition spanning Colorado and Utah — their success supports funding for police dog training, equipment, and veterinary care.

Grand Valley irrigators reduced water use this spring to help store water during one of the worst droughts, delaying a water call on the Colorado River.

Their efforts allowed the Colorado River District and Water Conservation Board to release 15,000 acre-feet from Wolford Reservoir to support indoor use.

Car Seats Colorado recommends that local parents and caregivers double-check car seat installation as Father’s Day nears—following NHTSA guidelines to reduce crash injuries for infants and toddlers; CDOT’s Spanish videos and free car seat checks are available to help keep young passengers safe.

Instacart data from 2023 to 2025 shows Colorado consumers ordered 20% more peaches and 6% more corn than the national average, with stone fruit peaking the week of Aug.

12 and corn and cherries reaching highs from July 5 to 8 (data covers orders and customer instructions).

AAA's regional director advises drivers to inspect tires, batteries, and undercarriage before summer road trips due to wildfire risks and higher traffic from visitors.

Travelers are expected to face heavy traffic starting July 2 as more drivers head toward high country and outdoors destinations.

Inventory in Mesa County’s housing market has grown to its highest level since 2017.

Bray Real Estate experts say buyers have more options while sellers face increased competition as steady median prices ($423K) persist and inventory rises from COVID lows (149 homes).

Brothers Osborne Concert

7:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $35.50 - $95.50 + fees — Experience the award-winning duo merge classic and progressive country music with special guest Cassidy Daniels.

Wynonna Judd Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $49.50 - $299.50 + fees — Experience the powerful vocals of Wynonna Judd as she performs her classic hits.

Cactus Paint Night

6-8 p.m. — Cruise Control Kitchen and Cellar — $15 event fee — Paint your own cactus-themed ceramics in a fun pottery night.

Lee Brice Live Concert

7-9 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — Tickets available — Experience the heartfelt country music of Lee Brice in an intimate setting.

Mike Ippolito Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Cruise Control Kitchen & Cellar — Check website for cost — Mike Ippolito returns for an evening of music paired with delicious food and cocktails.